The first step in making the wagon vise was to finish the lamination of the three strips of wood that would create the rows that would make up the wagon block. As I mentioned in my previous blog entry, I drilled the dog holes only 3” into my 4” thick top pieces because that is the maximum depth my Forstner bit.
What is a wagon vise used for?
Vises securely hold stock to the workbench so the wood can be sawn, planed, or chiseled. I prefer a wagon vise to a tail or end vise for holding stock down on the bench for planing. Unlike the other vises, a wagon vise positions the entire piece of wood on the table surface; nothing is hanging off the end.
What is the difference between a wagon vise and bench dog holes?
Regardless of the slot width the combination of long travel and quick action allows the bench dog holes to be much further apart than a conventional wagon vise. The vise is easy to install and just requires a slot in the bench top and an end cap securely fastened to the end of the bench.
How does the vx20w wagon vise work?
The VX20W Wagon Vise features quick action and is designed to operate in either a 3/4″ or a 1-3/4″ wide slot in the bench top. The narrow slot provides good support for the work piece and allows the bench top to remain strong. The wider 1-3/4″ slot allows work to be clamped between the end of the dog block and the end of the slot.
What is the difference between a tail and a wagon vise?
I prefer a wagon vise to a tail or end vise for holding stock down on the bench for planing. Unlike the other vises, a wagon vise positions the entire piece of wood on the table surface; nothing is hanging off the end. I also find a wagon vise is faster and easier to use than a tail or end vise.
How do you make a simple vise?
0:117:17How to make a Workbench Vise ( DIY MOXON VISE ) - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThe radius jig definitely made this a little easier and more accurate. But you can totally use a jigMoreThe radius jig definitely made this a little easier and more accurate. But you can totally use a jig saw to round this over. On one side of the jaw. I need to round out a dado slab.
How do you make a workbench tail vise?
0:049:10I Built a Secret Tail Vise into my Workbench - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipBuild this vise was made using an old linear actuator taken from my grandma's old lift chair whichMoreBuild this vise was made using an old linear actuator taken from my grandma's old lift chair which she was throwing. Out now this right here is the second linear actuator that i salvaged from that.
How do you build an end vise?
0:003:52Quick Release End Vise Installation - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAnd a set of castor plates to make the bench easy to move around the shop this vise comes with aMoreAnd a set of castor plates to make the bench easy to move around the shop this vise comes with a nice wooden handle.
How thick should wood be for vise?
I would recommend at least one inch of hardwood onm the outside face of the chop. The inside face need not be as thick since it will not be compressed during tightening, so about 1/2" should do it.
How do you build a leg vise?
3:554:59Build a Workbench Leg Vise - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipI cut one half down to make it a smaller 12 inch wedge for work pieces up to three inch wide. I thenMoreI cut one half down to make it a smaller 12 inch wedge for work pieces up to three inch wide. I then use the wedge to mark off the corresponding. Piece that I needed to remove on the chop.
What is a wagon vise?
The simpler of the two vises is often referred to as a wagon vise since the moving dog travels in a block trapped within the bench top and rides along a pair of rails, like a wagon or cart. It is this type that our design is based on.
What is a face vise?
Face vises are designed specifically for holding wooden workpieces while such operations as drilling and sawing are performed. The traditional material is wood. A wood face vise consists of a movable front jaw that is mounted to a broad, square beam that slides in and out of a matching channel.
How do you make a shoulder vice?
2:0513:44Part 4 Assembling the Shoulder Vise Sam Angelo WyomingwoodturnerYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipOkay you are looking at the piece of wood that is my shoulder vise arm the actual vise is going toMoreOkay you are looking at the piece of wood that is my shoulder vise arm the actual vise is going to go right in here. And I'm gonna put a detail on the end of this and it's best to do it now.
Do I need a tail vise?
The main reason why a traditional tail vise is so darn useful is because of the unobstructed gap you get in the front of your bench. this gives you the perfect way to solidly clamp chair legs, or any long part that needs to be held while you work on it from one end.
What kind of wood do you use in a wood vise?
You can use plywood, a good grade, or solid wood, even pine, if that's what you have, to line the jaws of your vise. In this case I've chosen sapele, an african hardwood with perfect hardness and compression for this work. I've used it before and it's one of the best.
How do you protect wood in a vise?
0:151:08How to Prevent a Workshop Vice from Damaging Wood - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipJust put it in place crank. It down I matter how much pressure you put on this. You're going to haveMoreJust put it in place crank. It down I matter how much pressure you put on this. You're going to have those pads in place.
How do you make wood vise jaws?
0:215:35Making New Vice Jaws - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipIt's a hardwood. So it'll be nice and durable the jaws on my other vise they were just made fromMoreIt's a hardwood. So it'll be nice and durable the jaws on my other vise they were just made from some block board which is laminated pieces of pine with a veneer on both faces.
How does a tail vise work?
A tail vise's main purpose is to hold a board flat on the bench for planing, routing, sanding and so on. The tail vise pushes a board tightly against a bench dog so the board can't swivel or move. The bench dog fits in a series of holes cut in the top to accommodate different sizes of boards.
How do you make a shoulder vice?
2:0513:44Part 4 Assembling the Shoulder Vise Sam Angelo WyomingwoodturnerYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipOkay you are looking at the piece of wood that is my shoulder vise arm the actual vise is going toMoreOkay you are looking at the piece of wood that is my shoulder vise arm the actual vise is going to go right in here. And I'm gonna put a detail on the end of this and it's best to do it now.
Do I need a tail vise?
The main reason why a traditional tail vise is so darn useful is because of the unobstructed gap you get in the front of your bench. this gives you the perfect way to solidly clamp chair legs, or any long part that needs to be held while you work on it from one end.
How do you make a pop up bench dog?
1:122:44$2 Pop Up Bench Dogs - Quick Easy Simple Cheap - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipUp. A bit of furniture polish really helps everything work well together and I also cut about a twoMoreUp. A bit of furniture polish really helps everything work well together and I also cut about a two degree angle on to the top of the dog. So that it would have a bit of a bite.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
A commenter asked about the wagon vise. Since I think it's a great addition to my bench, I thought I'd share a few thoughts about it.
Wagon Vise
A commenter asked about the wagon vise. Since I think it's a great addition to my bench, I thought I'd share a few thoughts about it.